Behavioral Health Direct Care Technician

Easterseals PORT Health; Aberdeen (NC); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 26,863,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job skill enhancement

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a part-time Direct Care Technician for the Adolescent Residential Home in Aberdeen, NC to support teens facing mental health challenges and substance use disorders.

The role involves providing a therapeutic, safe group environment, informal counseling, group activities, transportation, and life-skills development with shifts on Saturdays and Sundays (12pm–12am).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in substance disorders or youth work preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license and auto insurance for agency vehicles.
• Proficient with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide a therapeutic and safe group environment and attend to the welfare and basic needs of clients.
• Offer informal counseling using behavioral techniques, reality therapy, and socialization skills.
• Facilitate group activities, accompany clients to NA/AA meetings and community outings, provide transportation, and assist in life-skills development.

Skills

Compassionate care

Youth support

Behavioral techniques

Group facilitation

Driver's license

EHR proficiency

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Do you have a passion for making a real difference in the lives of teens living with mental health challenges and substance use disorders? At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated part-time Direct Care Technician to join our team at the Adolescent Residential Home in Aberdeen, NC.

Position Details:

Part-Time, 24 hours per week, primarily 12pm to 12am shifts on Saturdays and Sundays.

Your Role In Our Mission

As a Direct Care Technician on the team you will be responsible for providing and maintaining a therapeutic and safe group environment and attending to the welfare and basic needs of clients. The Direct Care Tech provides informal counseling that involve behavioral techniques, reality therapy, supportive encouragement and socialization skills for the clients.

Your work will also include facilitating and participating in group activities, accompanying clients to NA/AA meetings and community outings, providing transportation, and assisting in life-skills development — all with the goal of promoting progress in their recovery journey.

Why Join Us?

As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $15.00 hourly.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible scheduling.
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of relevant experience in substance disorders or working with youth preferred.
• Maintain valid state appropriate driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work.
• Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy.

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!